Petén

Guatemala

A group of people on a stone staircase overlooking a forested valley at sunset.
A large stone pyramid with a staircase leading to the top, surrounded by lush green trees.
A road sign with the word "TIKAL" on a rural road surrounded by greenery.
Ancient ruins with stepped pyramids and thatched-roof structures surrounded by lush greenery.
A church interior with wooden pews, a crucifix, and purple drapes.

Popular cities in Petén

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Flores
Known for Lakes, Tours and Nature
Trip time! Discover the ruins, history, and jungle in relaxing Flores.

Reasons to visit

  • Tikal National Park
  • Tikal
  • Maya Mall
A wooden structure extending over clear blue water with a distant shoreline under a partly cloudy sky.
San Jose Peten
Known for Lakes, Dining and Beaches
Experience relaxing San Jose Peten: its lake views, jungle, beaches, and more!
Ancient Mayan ruins with pyramid structures and a well-maintained grassy area.
San Andres
Known for Lakes, Relaxing and Jungles
Get away to romantic San Andres! Enjoy the lake views, spas, and ruins.
A calm lake with tall grass in the foreground, a wooden pier extending into the water, and a clear blue sky with scattered clouds.
San Benito
Explore attractions like Lake Petén Itzá and Santa Barbara Island Museum as you discover things to see and do in San Benito.
Melchor de Mencos
Melchor de Mencos
Known for Natural parks
Get away to Melchor de Mencos! Enjoy the parks and more.
A person taking a photo of ancient stone steps leading to a pyramid.
Santa Ana
Venture to Ixpanpajul Nature Park—just one of the sights to explore around Santa Ana.

Stay near popular Petén attractions